The Inextricable Nexus of Energy and Water Resources
GAO advocates coordinated regulation of water and energy sectors.
FERC Proposes Rule to Improve the Reliability of the Power Grid
Proposed rule intended to enhance power grid’s ability to withstand solar storms.
New York’s Moratorium on Hydraulic Fracturing Likely to Continue
Regulators expect to extend ban on controversial natural gas extraction pending further health study.
Toxics Release Inventory: A Case Study in Information Disclosure Regulation
When does requiring companies to reveal their pollution affect their behavior?
FTC Issues New Green Marketing Guidelines
Revised Green Guides address deceptive environmental claims.
House Strikes Back Against Obama’s “War on Coal”
Republicans pass bill that would restrict federal regulation.
Department of Energy Announces Solar Energy Investments
DOE seeks to invest in technologies to make solar energy more cost-effective.
Agencies Double Fuel Economy Standards
EPA and NHTSA require an average of 54.5 mpg for vehicles by 2025.
Appeals Court Decision Favors EPA’s Climate Change Rules
Three-judge panel affirms EPA’s decisions in regulating greenhouse gases.
Canadian Foundation Recommends Arctic Council Action
Report suggests cautious expansion and urges funding for indigenous participants.
The Need to Protect Health from Fine Particles
EPA must articulate and justify how its ozone decisions protect the public health.
Congressional Hearing Highlights EPA Oversight of Hydraulic Fracturing
House subcommittee hears economic and health arguments about fracking.